Calling all turkeys: Get ready for the 24th annual Sheppard Pratt Turkey Trot in Frederick!
At Sheppard Pratt, we serve nearly 80,000 individuals in more than 160 programs in Maryland and through our partnerships with hospitals and health systems nationwide. We provide care and services from inpatient and outpatient treatment to rehabilitation services, housing, education, job training, and more.
Every step you take supports Sheppard Pratt’s mission to improve the quality of life of individuals and families by compassionately serving their mental health, addiction, special education, and community support needs. Join us!
Click here to register for the Turkey Trot.
Race Day Information:
Run or walk in our family-friendly 5K and 1K fun run/walk.
Location: Baker Park
1K fun run/walk start time: 8:00 a.m.
5K run start time: 8:30 a.m.
Registration Fees:
Your trot makes a difference! Race registration directly supports the care and services provided to those who turn to Sheppard Pratt for help. You can also choose to make an additional donation to Sheppard Pratt as you register.
Race shirts are included for all 5k and 1K participants.
5K Run/Walk:
- July 6 – July 19: $30 (EARLY BIRD)
- July 20 – October 31: $35
- November 1 – November 21: $40
- November 22 – November 25: $45 [Online registration closes November 24, 11:59 p.m. ET; November 25 on-site registration at packet pickup only (subject to availability)]
1K Fun Run/Walk:
- July 6 – November 26: $25 [Online registration closes November 24, 11:59 p.m. ET; November 25 on-site registration at packet pickup only (subject to availability)]
There will be no registration or packet pickup on race day.
Packet Pickup:
Location:
Hampton Inn Frederick
5311 Buckeystown Pike
Frederick, Maryland, 21704, USA
Dates:
- Monday, November 23: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 24: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 25: 10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
When picking up packets for others, be sure to have the names they registered with and their registration confirmation handy. There will be no packet pickup or registration on race day.
Awards:
- Awards for the 5K will be given to the top overall male, female, and non-binary winner, as well as the top three male and female runners in the following age groups: 9 & under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 and older.
- There are no awards for participation.
Fundraising:
- Want to go the extra mile? Get even more involved leading up to race day by fundraising for Sheppard Pratt! Fundraising can happen at the team or individual level, and 100% of proceeds will support life-changing mental healthcare for the individuals and communities we serve.
- When you give to Sheppard Pratt, we can change lives, together.
- Click here for more information and instructions.